President Bola Tinubu has expressed his condolences to Professor Attahiru Jega, Special Adviser on Livestock Development, following the death of his wife, Hajiya Hadiza Jega. The President conveyed his sympathies through Vice President Kashim Shettima, who represented him at the Janazah prayer held at the National Mosque in Abuja on Sunday. Shettima offered prayers and extended Tinubu's heartfelt condolences to Professor Jega and the bereaved family during the service. Hajiya Hadiza Jega's passing has drawn mourning from various quarters, with family, friends and public figures in attendance at the burial rites.
The personal loss suffered by Professor Attahiru Jega draws attention to the quiet human dimensions behind public figures. His role as Special Adviser on Livestock Development places him at the centre of a critical sector for Nigeria's economy. When a key appointee endures grief, it subtly affects the rhythm of policy engagement, even if duties continue. This moment reflects how personal tragedy intersects with national service, without spectacle or pause.
